According to NBA.com and event reporting, Lewis Uvwo of the Class of 2027 won the adidas ABCD Camp MVP award in Phoenix following a breakout summer that included a rise from No. 94 to No. 6 nationally. The historic grassroots showcase returned this year after a two-decade hiatus, organized by NBA veteran Tracy McGrady and grassroots legend Sonny Vaccaro to evaluate top high school talent.
Lewis Uvwo Claims ABCD Camp MVP Honors
Lewis Uvwo secured the top honor of the weekend at the adidas ABCD Camp, as announced by Tracy McGrady according to event reporting. Uvwo, a 6-foot-11 rimrunner with a 7-foot-7 wingspan, moved to the United States from Nigeria and has only played basketball for three years. In the championship game, Uvwo recorded 16 points, eight rebounds, three blocks, three assists, and two steals to lead the Nets to a 63-53 win over the Cavs, according to game statistics. His recruitment has expanded rapidly, with scholarship offers from Duke, BYU, Florida State, UCLA, Baylor, Alabama, Arkansas, and other programs, as reported by tournament sources.
Did you know? The adidas ABCD Camp originally ran for 22 years starting in 1984 under Sonny Vaccaro, launching the careers of future NBA MVPs like Kobe Bryant in 1995 and LeBron James in 2001, alongside Tracy McGrady in 1996.
RJ Evans and Elite Class of 2029 Standouts
RJ Evans, a Class of 2029 prospect and the son of 13-year NBA veteran Reggie Evans, emerged as a premier perimeter scorer during the Phoenix showcase. Evans measured at 6-foot-7 and led his team in scoring during scrimmage play, highlighted by a game-high 23 points on Friday night, according to tournament statistics. He plays for Austin Rivers’ AAU program on the adidas 3SSB circuit (Austin Rivers SE Elite). “That kid can play,” Austin Rivers told NBA.com regarding Evans’ performance. “What he’s doing at 15 years old is crazy and he has a natural feel for the game that’s only going to grow as he fills into his body.” Evans holds early scholarship offers and plans unofficial visits to Miami, Florida State, and Iowa, his father’s alma mater, according to recruiting reports.
Antonio Pemberton Showcases Lead Guard Skills
Antonio Pemberton established himself as the premier lead guard throughout the drills and scrimmages in Phoenix. The 6-foot-1 point guard scored 25 points in the second half of a comeback win, capping a strong summer following an appearance at the adidas 3SSB Championships where he led the Mass Rivals to the title game, according to tournament coverage. Pemberton’s recruitment is narrowed to a final eight list featuring Kansas, Michigan State, Tennessee, UCLA, Marquette, Ohio State, Creighton, and Boston College, as sourced from player interviews.
Darius Wabbington Named Top Skilled Big Man
Darius Wabbington earned recognition as the most skilled big man in high school basketball during the Phoenix camp. Standing 6-foot-10 with a 7-foot-4 wingspan, Wabbington utilized his footwork and court vision to maneuver against top defenders like Lewis Uvwo, according to scouting observations. He averaged at least three 3-pointers per game during scrimmages while operating as a pick-and-pop threat. Wabbington has scheduled official visits for the fall to Arizona, Texas, North Carolina, Louisville, and Indiana, according to recruiting trackers.
Pro Tip: College basketball scouts evaluate modern high school prospects not just on raw scoring output, but on defensive versatility, perimeter shooting range in pick-and-pop situations, and performance against elite positional matchups.
Jalen Davis and Demarcus Henry Lead Wing Play
Jalen Davis competed in a protective facemask after sustaining a facial fracture during Session 3 of the adidas 3SSB circuit, averaging 10 points, five steals, and five assists across three games to help the Nets finish 3-0, according to event data. Davis is ranked as a top 20 player in the incoming senior class with scholarship offers from Alabama, BYU, Cal, Houston, Iowa, Oregon State, SMU, Vanderbilt, Xavier, Oklahoma, and West Virginia. Demarcus Henry, a 6-foot-7 wing from the Class of 2027, won a 1-vs-1 game against Micah Gordon to push his team into the championship game. Utah Jazz guard Darryn Peterson praised Henry’s physical maturity and pacing, telling reporters, “[Henry] has a good pace to his game and good feel.” Henry holds a final eight list of schools consisting of BYU, Arkansas, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisville, North Carolina, Ohio State, and UConn, according to program announcements.
Blaze Johnson and Moussa Kamissoko Round Out Standouts
Blaze Johnson, a 6-foot-5 combo guard in the Class of 2028, led his team in scoring all weekend, including a 19-point, 4-assist performance on 7-of-11 shooting that featured four 3-pointers, according to box scores. Ranked as the No. 16 player in his class, Johnson holds offers from Maryland, Alabama, Auburn, Florida State, Georgia, Kansas, Virginia, Missouri, Villanova, and Providence. Moussa Kamissoko, a 6-foot-8 wing with the PSA Cardinals, averaged 16.6 points and 9.4 rebounds during the spring and summer circuit before posting 20 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in his final ABCD Camp game for the Jazz, according to tournament reports. Kamissoko holds scholarship offers from Alabama, BYU, Cincinnati, Illinois, Kentucky, UConn, Virginia, Providence, and Oklahoma State.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the adidas ABCD Camp?
The adidas ABCD Camp is a historic high school basketball showcase originally founded in 1984 by Sonny Vaccaro. Following a 20-year hiatus, the camp returned in Phoenix under the direction of Vaccaro and Tracy McGrady, featuring drills, scrimmages, and mentorship from NBA players.
Who won the MVP award at the adidas ABCD Camp?
Lewis Uvwo, a Class of 2027 prospect from Nigeria, won the adidas ABCD Camp MVP award after rising to No. 6 nationally in his class, according to event organizers.
Which NBA players served as mentors at the camp?
NBA players on-site as mentors and coaches included Jabari Smith Jr., VJ Edgecombe, Ja’Kobe Walter, Darryn Peterson, Cody Williams, and Mikel Brown Jr., according to event credentials.
What college offers does Lewis Uvwo hold?
Lewis Uvwo holds scholarship offers from Duke, BYU, Florida State, UCLA, Baylor, Alabama, Arkansas, and other programs, according to recruiting reports.
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